Statewide Centers of Excellence

PEP, HIV Testing and Diagnosis

The PEP, Testing and Diagnosis Center targets emergency departments, urgent care providers and private providers to increase screening for HIV, identify unrecognized HIV infection, and implement post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP and nPep). This center also operates the PEP Line, a 24-hour provider consultation line for the management of post-exposure prophylaxis.

(212) 523-4952

Prevention and Substance Use

The Prevention and Substance Use Center offers trainings for HIV primary care providers in addressing prevention for positives and substance use through increased screening, risk assessments, and behavioral counseling. Providers will learn how to use brief interventions and motivational interviewing in addressing their patient's specific risk behaviors.

(718) 270-4752

Mental Health

The Mental Health Center trains clinicians in the identification and management of the mental health issues most commonly encountered by HIV providers.

(212) 543-6537

Clinical Education Center for Upstate Providers (CECUP)

The Upstate Center provides general HIV clinical education and training for community providers in upstate New York. Clinicians will be updated on the latest NYS HIV guideliens for the management of patients with HIV/AIDS upstate.

(518) 262-8640

HIV Educational Resources and Referrals

The Resource, Referral and Evaluation Center serves as a centralized resource for HIV education and training opportunities throughout New York State, including offerings from the AETC and other professional organizations. The center is also available to assist HIV programs in developing comprehensive HIV education programs for clinical and nonclincial staff.